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Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast

Your one-stop shop for the stories, secrets and shenanigans of a popcorn-fueled theme park journalist. Join author, reporter and expert Carlye Wisel for breaking news, unexpected interviews and reported stories about Disney and Universal every week.It’s an audio theme park party — and you’re invited! Have a vacation question, Epcot comment or Galaxy’s Edge hot take your friends no longer wanna listen to? Call us at 747-CHURROS (747-248-7767) and we might play your call on a future episode!

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36:16

What To Ride At Walt Disney World (Before It May...

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2024/04/10

As we inch closer towards D23, it's time to start preparing ourselves for what’s next, starting with how you approach your 2024 Walt Disney World trip.With 121 days to go until Disney's fan convention and a ton of news this week, some big announcements are on the way — and often, when some wonderful new experiences come in, others are likely to change or go away completely.That's why, if you're anything like me, your next visit to WDW will see you prioritizing attractions that can

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43:59

Mish Mosh: Epic Universe, D23 — and what it means for...

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2024/04/03

Got a little mini episode this week with some chit-chat about Epic Universe — and why Universal's new developments will upend the way you visit Florida theme parks — as well as what we want to see (and NEED to see!) at D23, the Disney fan event coming to Anaheim this August.*a small note*: In our short discussion about Marvel coming to Tokyo Disneyland, I didn't mention that apparently Spider-Man theme park licensing expired this year at Universal Studios Japan, but...I still think

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38:18

Take a Ride on Floating Chairs (!) at The World's...

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2024/03/27

Say hello to the themed restaurant of your dreams — where the seats are trackless ride vehicles (!!) and the walls make the food taste better. (Seriously.)Eatrenalin, located at Germany's Europa Park, blends cutting-edge ride technology, immersive design and haute cuisine for an experience unlike anything else. We're joined by Eatrenalin co-founder and recent THEA award winner Thomas Mack to dish (heh) about this mind-boggling dining experience and trust me, by the end of this episode,

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40:21

I Went To The (Theme Park) Oscars!

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2024/03/20

I attended the 30th annual THEA awards for excellence in themed entertainment, and I’m taking you inside the hallowed affair to discuss all the big winners! Come for the allure of the big night and stay for the black tie gowns AND EVEN a special appearance by the biggest celebrity in theme parks…or not?? listen to find out more!!Relevant Links...Behind The Attraction (with Luke Mayrand)Let’s Go To…GATORLAND! (With Shelby Honea) Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind (with Wyatt Winter)ParkStop

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57:35

My Eater Guide to Disneyland!

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2024/03/13

This week, we're discussing my recently updated Disneyland food guide for Eater — classic can't miss items, the treats and eats I recommend on your next trip to the parks and the reasons why i included each dish!Relevant Links…Eater guide to DisneylandSpend more time with Carlye Wisel on...Instagram! Twitter! TikTok! Facebook! Her Website! and wear your VERY AMUSING pride on your sleeve in our SHOP! Don't forget to call us at 747-CHURROS! We'll be waiting by the phone <3Very

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45:26

Things I WON'T Do At A Theme Park!

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2024/03/06

no, it's not me yelling “i wont eat blue!” throughout the entirety of the podcast — these are the rides, events, experiences and theme park things i've decided i will no longer do! there are even some trip planning tips hidden in these choices — like why i'm looking at hotels differently, and have nearly figured out the ideal Disneyland parking situation — so tune in for more! Relevant Links...Casetify charger (similar, my design sold out; referral link)Chicago Tavern Style Pizza

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62:39

Our Guide to Tokyo Disney Resort! (Part 3)

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2024/02/28

In our third and final guide to Tokyo Disney Resort, we are discussing…everything else you need to know about visiting Japan! Airport transportation, subway tips, what stores you can't miss, my favorite restaurants (and my beloved $1 breakfast) and even the theme park we HAVEN'T YET TALKED ABOUT YET -- and no! that's not even Universal Studios Japan! From day trips to travel to the best ramen i've ever had in my life and more, press play!Relevant Links...Very Amusing - My October

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61:53

Our Guide to Tokyo Disney Resort! (Part 2)

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2024/02/21

It's part TWO of our Tokyo Disney guide, and we're getting INTO it this week. Today, we're discussing rides, attractions, shows, nighttime entertainment, dining and shopping, and recommending what you absolutely cannot miss, from attractions to food and beyond. And on top of all that, we’re gonna give you a sample 1-day itinerary, give you my tips for spending the day at these parks AND tackle how to get inside Fantasy Springs, the new expansion coming to Tokyo Disney Sea with

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52:59

Our Guide to Tokyo Disney Resort! (Part 1)

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2024/02/16

It's here! Our three-part guide to Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea!This week we’re focusing on the planning, logistics and bookings you need to know for visiting Tokyo Disney Resort. Hotels! Tickets! Credit card issues! — we’re getting into ALL of it.Tune into part two next week when we discuss everything you can do in the parks, what to eat and how to skip the lines, and stick around for part three when we tackle Tokyo and traveling around Japan as a whole. Relevant Links...Very Amusing -

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36:35

Going to Disney World This Year? Listen To This!

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2024/02/07

Consider this your cheat sheet for everything you need to know about visiting Disney World this year. The essential changes for 2024 you need to know, how to use Genie+ and Individual Lightning Lane to get on the Disney rides you want, Virtual Queue procedures now that park hopping has shifted — whether it’s your first trip or just your first trip in a *while*, this week’s episode is intended to tell you everything before your next Disney World vacation!Relevant Links...Plan Disney Podcast The Ride

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36:03

Come Along to Lunar New Year at Disney California...

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2024/01/24

It's...the most wonderful time of year at Disney California Adventure! I just got back from the best festival they've got — Lunar New Year — and I'm sharing all the reasons why you can't snooze on this one. From a big ol' fish to the first-ever appearance of characters from Turning Red, there's so much to see and do at this one. (and that's not even counting the good WEATHER!) Relevant Links...Capture Your MomentSpend more time with Carlye Wisel

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51:20

A Recap Of My Delightful Disneyland Day!

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2024/01/17

I went back to Disneyland Resort for the first time in a *while* and it was glorious! Low crowds?! Short waits!? A new favorite restaurant!? Tune in for Toontown thoughts, insider-y parking tips and my very first...well, i won't spoil the surprise just yet ◡̈Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on...Instagram! Twitter! TikTok! Facebook! Her Website! and wear your VERY AMUSING pride on your sleeve in our SHOP! Don't forget to call us at 747-CHURROS! We'll be waiting by the phone <3Very

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38:39

What's The Deal with Luna Luna?

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2024/01/10

Luna Luna was the world's first art amusement park — and now, after a long and unexpected journey, this unbelievable, historic display is finally on display for the public once again. Whether you've spotted it on TikTok, heard rumblings in the theme park community or have no idea what we're talking about (which is ok!!), we're walking you through this historic, mind-blowing exhibit of the coolest theme park you never knew existed, with everything you need to know about what's

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47:43

What I Learned From My First Time At Disney World...

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2024/01/03

tips! tricks! advice! and emphatic encouragement to visit Walt Disney World with your baby, even if it seems stressful! We're discussing how to plan, survive and thrive (!) at Walt Disney World on your infant's first trip.There is SO much more to visiting with kids that I can't wait to explore firsthand, but if you have any questions, dial up the churros hotline and we'll get answers lickety split!Relevant Links.WDW Cake OrdersSpend more time with Carlye Wisel

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32:40

Everything I Ate At Disney World!

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2023/12/27

On this very special holiday week episode, we're discussing all of the theme park restaurants and dining i delved into while at Walt Disney World earlier this month. Is it brutally honest? kinda!! Some old favorites have fallen out of favor while some newer (and new-to-me!) table-service restaurants and quick-service spots wowed me. Come for my unabashed love of a reliable Magic Kingdom restaurant, and stay for me maybe never doing character dining again??If you're wondering where to eat at

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45:44

The Inside Scoop on Zootopia, Shanghai Disney...

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2023/12/20

This week is a thrill because we are going inside Shanghai Disneyland's new Zootopia inspired land WITH the people who created it! All four of our special guests — four!!! — worked on Zootopia and are sharing details about the ride, entertainment, merchandise, decor and characters that you won't hear anywhere else!Thanks to our special guests...Blaine Kennison, Rachel Miller, Lucas Kaeding and Michelle Tritt!Spend more time with Carlye Wisel on...Instagram! Twitter! TikTok! Facebook! Her

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32:35

Inside Shrek's Airbnb (With The Winner Who Stayed...

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2023/12/06

Rememberhow one lucky winner got to stay in that AirBnb of Shrek's Swamp? WELL, we tracked down that big winner, and she's on the show today to tell us everything!!! Happy SHREKCEMBER!!!!Thanks to our special guests…Amy McIlhenny!Relevant Links...Shrek's Swamp AirBnbSpend more time with Carlye Wisel on...Instagram! Twitter! TikTok! Facebook! Her Website! and wear your VERY AMUSING pride on your sleeve in our SHOP! Don't forget to call us at 747-CHURROS! We'll be waiting by the

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51:49

Let's Go To...World of Frozen! (with Valerie Marino)

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2023/11/29

We're heading to Hong Kong Disneyland this week with our very special guest, freelance travel writer and theme park pro Valerie Marino, who just returned from the grand opening of their new World of Frozen themed land! Arendelle is real and she saw it all first hand, sharing details of the surprising (!) new meet-and-greet, the food fountain that wows and even an interaction with Anna and Elsa unlike anything you've seen before.Thanks to our special guests…Valerie Marino!Relevant

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48:08

Your Travel Questions…Answered! (part two)

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2023/11/22

We're taking you on a world tour to Disney Parks — and answering all of your questions on the way! This week, we've got dining suggestions for Disneyland Paris — and details on how to navigate Disneyland and Walt Disney Studios Park — along with travel advice for Shanghai Disneyland and Hong Kong Disneyland, what you must see while in Tokyo Disney Resort, and even a little help on how to plan a trip overseas!Relevant Links...Sam4G0d's YouTube Channel! (thanks again, Samar!) Sam's

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34:36

Your Travel Questions…Answered! (part one)

Very Amusing with Carlye Wisel - A Theme Park Podcast ·

2023/11/15

We're chatting about Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World, giving Disney travel tips for group trips and family trips and friend trips and more! Relevant Links...Dole Whip product finderAdventures By Disney recap for BloombergSpend more time with Carlye Wisel on...Instagram! Twitter! TikTok! Facebook! Her Website! and wear your VERY AMUSING pride on your sleeve in our SHOP! Don't forget to call us at 747-CHURROS! We'll be waiting by the phone <3Very Amusing is your go-to theme park

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